ASSESSMENT 3 BRIEF
Subject Code and Title	MGT502 Business Communication
Assessment Task	In-class Reflective Presentation for face-to-face (F2F) classes and recorded video Reflective Presentation for online classes
Individual/Group	Individual
Length	10 minutes
Learning Outcomes	The Subject Learning Outcomes demonstrated by successful completion of the task below include:  a) Apply research, academic and communication skills appropriate to the level of study and observe academic referencing requirements. c)       Identify and apply effective communication methods within a business and academic environment. d)      Evaluate the use and importance of technology within a business environment.
Submission	12 Week Delivery:  Due by 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Sunday, end of Week 11   8 Week Delivery: Due by 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Sunday, end of Week 8   6 Week Delivery:  Due by 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Wednesday of Week 6 of 6-Week Study period   4 Week Delivery:  Due by 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Wednesday of Week 4
Weighting	30%
Total Marks	100 marks

 Assessment Task:

Prepare a 10-minute reflective presentation on the topic you were given at the start of the trimester. You will reflect on what your views were at the start of the trimester, whether your views have changed and how you have applied your learnings in a practical environment.

Please refer to the Instructions for details on how to complete this task. 

 Context:

In this subject, you have been introduced to the concepts of ethical, responsible communication for sustainability in a diverse work environment. The art of academic skills together with academic integrity has been an integral part of your learning journey. This assessment requires you to develop competencies in audio and video presentation techniques, use technology responsibly and showcase your presentation skills to demonstrate your learnings.

 Instructions:

1.       Prepare a 10-minute reflective presentation on the topic that was shared by your lecturer in class and via Announcements in MyLearn. Describe succinctly how you will use your learnings in your professional life. Provide examples to validate your learnings.

2.       Your presentation should address the following questions:

•        What was your initial view of the topic?

•        Which characteristics make it effective?

•        How does it impact your professional development? Give examples.

•        What are your key takeaways that have changed your style of communication?

3.       Conclude your presentation summarizing all the above. 

4.       In the presentation, you are required to: 

•        Introduce yourself.

•        Describe aspects of the topic shared with you Week 1 of the trimester

•        Provide examples and share your key learnings. Please deliver your presentation in a compelling manner with clarity, conciseness, and concreteness. 

•        Provide a conclusion. 

•        Please use at least 7 in-text citations and include them in your list of references at the end using current APA 7^th edition referencing style.

•        Information from Gen AI will have to be referenced as per APA 7^th edition referencing style.

5.       Preparing for the presentation: Both Face-to-face and Online students should present their findings using 5-10 PowerPoint slides. While this will be an in-class presentation for face-toface students, Online students will submit a video presentation in .mp4 format only. Pay attention to audio and light quality, sincerity and honesty in your work, clarity of your perspectives for a lasting impact.  

6.       You are strongly advised to read the rubric, which is an evaluation guide with criteria for grading your assignment—this will give you a clear picture of what a successful presentation looks like.

Referencing:

It is essential that you use the current APA style for citing and referencing the sources that you use. All your information gathered using Gen AI will have to be duly referenced as per APA 7^th edition referencing style. For more information on citing and referencing guidelines use the link provided  Introduction – APA 7th ed. – Referencing Tool – Library at Torrens

Assessment Support:

For a range of additional resources and support to help you complete your assessment, please consult the Study Support page on the Student Hub.  

Academic Integrity:

All students are responsible for ensuring that their submitted work is original, adheres to academic writing standards outlined in the Torrens University Academic Writing Guide, and is appropriately referenced according to the guidelines provided in the Torrens University APA Referencing Guide.

Students need to have read and be aware of the Torrens University Australia Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure and subsequent penalties for academic misconduct. For more information, please refer to the Academic Integrity guidelines and the Torrens University Library.

Students must also keep all required evidence in making an assessment; a copy of all submitted material and any assessment drafts. 

Generative AI:

Please refer to the Torrens University Library for guidance on the use of Generative AI. Please speak to your learning facilitator regarding the use of GenAI tools in your assessments.  

Submission Instructions:

Submit this task via Assessments > Briefs & Submissions in the main navigation menu in MGT502: Business Communication. Please name your file using the following format: 

o SubjectCode_Surname_FirstNameInitial_AssessmentNumber 

e.g. MGT502_Jones_S_Assessment 3.mp4 o Your marked assessment can be viewed in MyLearn. 

Assessment Due Dates and Late Penalties:

Assessments may be submitted on or before the due date. Late penalties apply for submissions received after the due date unless an approved special consideration request is in place. These penalties include 10% deduction per day for 5 days; if your submission is late by over 5 days, you will be marked zero for the assessment. Refer to: 

•        Assessment Policy for Higher Education Coursework (HE) and ELICOS 

Torrens University | Think Education  

•        Assessment Special Consideration Guidelines for Students (HE Coursework)  Torrens University | Think Education  

•        Student Hub for Assessment Extension Information.

 

Special Consideration:

Submit a completed Application for Assessment Special Consideration Form to your learning facilitator via MyLearn. Your special consideration form should be submitted at least 3 days prior to the actual due date of the assessment unless it is an extenuating circumstance.

 

Assessment Rubric:

Assessment Criteria	High Distinction (Exceptional) 85-100%	Distinction (Advanced) 75-84%	Credit (Proficient) 65-74%	Pass (Functional) 50-64%	Fail  (Yet to achieve minimum standard) 0-49%
Knowledge and understanding (technical and theoretical knowledge)       Percentage for this criterion = 25%	A sophisticated understanding of the field or discipline/s.  Systematically and critically discriminates between assertion of personal opinion and information substantiated by robust evidence from the research/course materials and extended reading.  Mastery of concepts and application to new situations/further learning.	Highly developed understanding of the field or discipline/s.  Discriminates between assertion of personal opinion and information substantiated by robust evidence from the research/course materials and extended reading.  Well demonstrated capacity to explain and apply relevant concepts.	Thorough knowledge or understanding of the field or disciplines. Supports personal opinion and information substantiated by evidence from the research/course materials.    Demonstrates a capacity to explain and apply relevant concepts.	Knowledge or understanding of the field or discipline.    Resembles a recall or summary of key ideas.    Often confuses assertion of personal opinion with information substantiated by evidence from the research/course materials.	Limited understanding of required concepts and knowledge.   Key components of the assignment are not addressed.
Analysis and application with synthesis of new knowledge  Percentage for this criterion = 25%	Highly sophisticated and creative analysis, synthesis of new with existing knowledge.  Recommendations are clearly justified based on the analysis/synthesis. Applying knowledge to new situations/other cases.	Thoroughly developed and creative analysis and synthesis as well as justified recommendations linked to analysis/synthesis.	Well-developed analysis and synthesis with application of recommendations linked to analysis/synthesis.	Demonstrated analysis and synthesis of new knowledge with application.  Shows the ability to interpret relevant information and literature.	Limited synthesis and analysis. Limited application/recommend ations based upon analysis.

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Effective Communication and References   Percentage for this criterion = 50%

Expertly presented; the presentation is logical, persuasive, and well supported by evidence, demonstrating a clear flow of ideas and arguments. Engages and sustains audience’s interest in the topic, demonstrates high levels of insight and analytical skills. Effective use of diverse presentation aids, including graphics and multi-media. Demonstrates use of excellent, high quality, credible and relevant resources towards preparation for presentation

Information, arguments and evidence are very well presented; the presentation is logical, clear and well supported by evidence.  Demonstrates analytical skills.  Demonstrates use of good quality, credible and relevant resources towards preparation for presentation.

Information, arguments and evidence are well presented, mostly clear flow of ideas and arguments.  Line of reasoning is easy to follow.  Demonstrates use of fair and credible resources towards preparation for presentation.

Information, arguments and evidence are presented in a way that is not always clear and logical. Line of reasoning is often difficult to follow.   Demonstrates use of relevant resources towards preparation for presentation but these are not always explicit and clear.

Difficult to understand for audience, no logical/clear structure, poor flow of ideas, argument lacks supporting evidence. Audience cannot follow the line of reasoning. Demonstrates inconsistent use of relevant and credible towards preparation for presentation.

 

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